Senior Legal Counsel

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel (Pensions) – Hybrid, Central London

An innovative, high-growth fintech and award-winning pensions provider is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its expanding in-house legal team, reporting directly to the General Counsel. This is a high-impact UK-focused role, offering genuine influence as the company continues to scale and invest in its legal function.

The Role

• Act as the primary pensions expert, advising on complex legal issues related to death benefits, transfers, customer matters, compliance, and policy development.
• Draft and update policies, proactively manage regulatory developments, and ensure positive engagement with the Financial Ombudsman and other regulators.
• Provide commercially minded legal advice across teams, supporting clear communication and collaboration.
• Play a key part in shaping a legal team expected to grow further in the coming years.

The Team & Structure

• Reporting into the General Counsel as part of an international team of four.
• Anticipated future investment, with an additional Senior Counsel to join in 2026-27, and further reports expected to this role by 2028.

About You

• Qualified solicitor with at least 8 years’ PQE and strong pensions legal expertise.
• In-house and/or private practice backgrounds welcomed.
• Passionate about pensions law, proactive, and able to operate independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills, with a clear, positive approach to stakeholder engagement.
• Interest from candidates based outside London is encouraged.

Offer, Culture, Progression

• Hybrid working (Central London HQ). No set office requirement but c.2 days per month expected.
• Significant role progression

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English